FUSP/NB Update

MDOT has recently made the noted changes to the following frequently used special provisions and will be in effect with the April 5, 2013 letting (except as noted). The following 12 SP has been added: 12SP810(N) Bridge Mount Sign Connection Hardware Removal The...

MITA Websites Help Your Business Operations

As you begin 2013 and look for ways to improve your business operations, don’t overlook two valuable websites that were created to help with vital business operations. DBE Solicitation Website Last year MITA announced the launch of the enhanced interactive DBE...

MITA’s Influence Improves MDOT SP for Buy America

MITA’s efforts to positively improve the interpretation of Buy America requirements have impacted the recently released MDOT Special Provision for Source of Steel and Iron (Buy America) (SP) (click here). This recently released SP will be incorporated into the January...

MITA Efforts Positively Impact Buy America

MITA’s relentless advocacy for reasonableness in the interpretation of the Buy America requirements by the Michigan FHWA division office has been rewarded. On December 21, 2012, the FHWA headquarters in Washington D. C. issued a clarification memorandum for the...

Kim Avery Appointed as Metro Region Deputy Region Engineer

MDOT recently announced the appointment of Kimberly Avery to the position of Deputy Region Engineer for the Metro Region. In Kim’s 23 years with the Michigan Department of Transportation she has developed a strong command of the federal, state, and local programs and...

MDOT FY 2013 Highway Program Announced

At a recent State Transportation Commission meeting MDOT leadership announced they would invest $1.17 billion in their FY 2013 Highway Program.  This investment level represents a 13% reduction from the $1.35 billion MDOT invested in their FY 2012 Highway Program. In...